Brandon and Ash in “Overjoyed!”

You've battled very well, young man.

Yeah, but I've got a lot to learn.

[nods in agreement] A good first step: honesty makes you grow. Let me tell you one thing. A Pokémon battle isn't only about the trainer, you see. It's all about a Pokémon and its trainer truly becoming as one.

I'm trying to learn that, really.

Good, because the only one who could teach that to you is you.

I'm never going to forget that, I promise.

[places both his hands on Ash's shoulders, acknowledging Ash's growth] That, young one, is the ultimate Pokémon battle.

[understanding Brandon's advice] Right!